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Drylands cover nearly 45% of the Earth’s land surface, comprising deserts, shrublands, grasslands, and savanna woodlands. These regions are characterized by water scarcity, which has significant impacts on both natural ecosystems and human-managed landscapes. Climate change and land management practices have long been known to contribute to the expansion of drylands, but new research suggests

Recent research conducted by scientists from The Australian National University (ANU) has revealed the existence of a doughnut-shaped region located thousands of kilometers beneath the Earth’s surface within the planet’s liquid core. This newly discovered structure, which is only present at low latitudes and runs parallel to the equator, has remained undetected until now. The

A recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Southampton, the Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar, the National Oceanography Center, and Stockholm University has revealed important findings regarding the crucial role that the mixing of Atlantic and Arctic waters plays in sustaining the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC). This circulation system is essential for

Canada experienced unprecedented forest fires in 2023, resulting in the release of approximately 640 million metric tons of carbon into the atmosphere. This release is comparable to the annual fossil fuel emissions of a large industrialized nation, highlighting the severe impact of these fires on global carbon levels. NASA scientists utilized satellite observations and advanced

Global warming, a consequence of human activities, has resulted in rising temperatures worldwide. However, the rate of warming in Greenland has far exceeded the global average, leading to accelerated ice sheet melting. This phenomenon, known as Arctic Amplification, poses a significant threat to coastal areas and ecosystems globally due to the potential rise in sea

The issue of escaping carbon in northern forests due to rising temperatures is a serious concern that has been brought to light by a unique experiment led by Peter Reich of the University of Michigan. The study, recently published in Nature Geoscience, showed that more carbon is escaping the soil than is being added by

The year 2024 kicked off with a bang as a magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck Japan’s Noto Peninsula on New Year’s Day, claiming the lives of more than 280 individuals and causing extensive damage to thousands of homes. What made this earthquake particularly noteworthy was the discovery that it originated from two separate points on the

A recent international study conducted by the Institute of Natural Resources and Agrobiology of Seville (IRNAS-CSIC) has shed light on the significant impact of global change factors on terrestrial ecosystems. The study, published in the journal Nature Geoscience, reveals that as the number of environmental stressors increases, the resistance of ecosystems to global change decreases.

Climate change is undeniably one of the most pressing issues of our time, and efforts to mitigate its effects have been at the forefront of global discussions for decades. A recent study published in the journal Science has shed light on the effectiveness of climate policy measures implemented by various countries around the world. The

Tropical cyclones are a major threat to coastal communities around the world. Predicting the path and intensity of these storms is crucial for ensuring the safety of people in their path. However, current prediction models only provide a lead time of up to five days, leaving little room for communities to prepare adequately. Researchers have

Research conducted by Western Sydney University has brought to light the disturbing presence of PFOS (perfluorooctane sulfonate) chemical contamination in the livers of deceased platypuses in eastern New South Wales. The study, a first of its kind in Australia, analyzed liver samples from nine deceased platypuses collected over a two-and-a-half-year period. Lead researcher Katherine Warwick,

Color Vision Deficiency (CVD) affects a significant portion of the population, with nearly 8% of genetic males and 0.5% of genetic females experiencing some form of color blindness. This condition, also known as Color Vision Deficiency, hinders individuals’ ability to discern specific colors, making it challenging to process visual data. In the field of meteorology,

Seismic signals known as PKP precursors have long puzzled scientists due to their enigmatic nature. These signals emanate from Earth’s lower mantle, scattering incoming seismic waves that eventually return to the surface as PKP waves at varying speeds. The origin of these precursor signals has remained a mystery until recent research led by University of

When it comes to understanding and predicting damaging storms, researchers are constantly looking for ways to improve their models. One recent study conducted by Dr. Joshua Soderholm and Ph.D. candidate Yuzhu Lin has shed new light on the significance of using real hailstones in storm modeling simulations. Traditionally, scientific modeling of hail has assumed that

The University of Colorado Boulder recently conducted a study that identified 30 new crucial areas for conserving biodiversity in the Southern Ocean surrounding Antarctica. These areas play a vital role in maintaining the ecosystem of the region, which is home to a variety of unique species such as Adélie penguins, Weddell seals, and humpback whales.

The study of massif-type anorthosites, peculiar rocks that formed only during a specific period in Earth’s history, has long perplexed scientists. These plagioclase-rich igneous formations, covering vast areas and containing titanium ore deposits, have sparked conflicting theories about their origins. A recent study published in Science Advances sheds light on the complex relationship between Earth’s